# Nginx Cache Purge Preload vs SpeedyCache

> Nginx Cache Purge Preload vs SpeedyCache compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. SpeedyCache comes out ahead, winning 5 of 6 head-to-head checks against Nginx Cache Purge Preload.

**SpeedyCache comes out ahead, winning 5 of 6 head-to-head checks against Nginx Cache Purge Preload.** Choose Nginx Cache Purge Preload if you care most about download trend. Choose SpeedyCache if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and reviews.

| | Nginx Cache Purge Preload | SpeedyCache – Cache, Optimization, Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 200+ | 500K+ ✅ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 560 | 267.1K ✅ |
| Download trend | +152.3% ✅ | +88.7% |
| Rating | 5/5 | 4.4/5 |
| Reviews | 4 | 30 ✅ |
| Health score | 65/100 | 90/100 ✅ |
| Last updated | 2 weeks ago | 2 weeks ago ✅ |
| Tested up to | WP 7.1.3 | WP 7.1.3 |
| Support resolved | 0% | — |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ | 7.0+ |
| First released | Jun 2024 | Feb 2023 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, Nginx Cache Purge Preload or SpeedyCache?
SpeedyCache comes out ahead, winning 5 of 6 head-to-head checks against Nginx Cache Purge Preload. Choose Nginx Cache Purge Preload if you care most about download trend. Choose SpeedyCache if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and reviews.

### Is Nginx Cache Purge Preload more popular than SpeedyCache?
SpeedyCache is the more popular of the two with 500K+ active installs, compared with 200+ for Nginx Cache Purge Preload.

### Can I use Nginx Cache Purge Preload and SpeedyCache together?
Both plugins cover cache, so most sites only need one. Running two plugins that do the same job can cause conflicts and slow your site down — pick the one that fits best and remove the other.

### Are Nginx Cache Purge Preload and SpeedyCache free?
Yes. Both are free to download from the official WordPress.org plugin directory. Either may also offer paid upgrades from its developer.


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